Family

Mama visits for the weekend with the new addition to our family.
The youngest of ten great grandchildren.

The LIttle/ Wright Home

Front Hall Decorating

Dining Room

Roll Tide

Let the decorating begin!
ROLL TIDE!

Thanksgiving

Giving Thanks for two of my grandchildren
Our Grandson celebrated his 8th birthday and Granddaughter celebrated her 4th birthday.

Busy Busy Busy

Wow!!
It just came to mind that I have not posted in my blog for awhile.
Donny's 50th Birthday
Art show
Football Games

.......and a long list of orders to get out before Christmas!
One must stop and play with grandchildren. 

I threw a blanket in the yard and just relaxed with Skipper and my granddaughter.

Florabunda

Papa

 "Papa"

Pergola

Pergola project  done and looking  forward to fall evenings and entertaining.
My husband is so talented!

My Beautiful Granddaughter

A baby is God's opinion that life should go on
~Carl Sandburg

Euphoria

16 x 20

acrylic

Laundry Day

My grandmother was the inspriation to this painting. Oh how I miss her!

Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake

Ingredients

1 package (18-1/4 ounces) spice cake mix

3 eggs

1 cup canned pumpkin (not pie filling)

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil

1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1/2 cup raisins

Cream cheese frosting or whipped cream

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the dry cake mix, eggs, pumpkin, water, oil, pudding mix and cinnamon. Stir in pecans. and rasins

Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean..

Cream cheese frosting or whipped cream would be a great topping . I make mine without.

My Third Grandchild!

Addison Noel

7 lb.

9/11/12

Another beautiful addition to our family!

Michael “Papa Mike” Joseph Leone

Michael “Papa Mike” Joseph Leone, 90, of Franklin, passed away on Friday, September 7, 2012.



Born in Carona, NY, he was the son of the late Dominic Leone and Angelina Carbone Leone. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Josephine Xefos and Mary Forte; brother, Vincent Leone and step-son, Mark McQueen. Mike served in WWII as a Navy Sea Bee. He was a professional trumpet player, playing with many Big Bands including, Artie Shaw and Vincent Lopez. Mike was technical director for Selmer’s of Elkart from 1952-1973; owned and operated “Leone’s Del Rio” Restaurant, Motel & Trailer Park in Thonotosassa, FL with his wife, Phyllis. After moving to North Carolina, he played with the Haywood Community Concert Band and Frog Level Philharmonic Dixie Land Band. He was a member of American Legion Post 108 and member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Franklin.



He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Phyllis Jean Callahan McQueen Leone; daughter, Lynn Leone and husband Michael Holton of South Bend, IN; three sons, Dr. Michael “Mick” Leone Jr. of San Diego, CA, Deacon Lawrence “Larry” Leone and wife June of Stanton, CA and James “Jay” of South Bend, IN; two step-daughters, Christine Ryan and husband Kevin of Waynesville, NC and Kathleen Wright and husband Donald of Plantersville, AL; bothers, Danny Leone and Richard Leone; fourteen grandchildren; ten great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Family

A week ago.... Wow I have been so busy  my blog has slipped my mind.

First off to thank  God for all our blessings
 My son celebrated his 24 birthday with a wonderful BBQ at our home .
Last but not least a baby shower for my daughter in law at her families ranch. I truly enjoyed watching my grandchildren  riding horses and  being with family and friends.

Diaper Cake

Getting ready for  the baby shower today.

Love this idea I found giftand decoration all in one.
ROLL TIDE!

Hawaiian Ginger Lily

Windows open this morning and what a beautiful fragrance.

Roll Tide Gnome and Friend

Mid Century Modern

Time to redecorate
A true bargain with couch and chair to match found in my area.

 Mid Century Modern naugahyde Steelcase

Moon Glow

Sunset

Midnight On The Pond

The Pier

Brighter Than The Sun

Seafoam

Beautiful Granddaughter

Last week was  very special for our family as we took a look for a half an hour at our granddaughter that will be born on September 14, 2012.
Technology has really come far since my last sonogram when my son was born 24 years ago.

A Place To Watch The Sunest

Looking For A Title

One of my latest paintings in need of a title Thank You all who have participated.
There are so many to chose from from my facebook page. Hope you all have a great weekend... you know where I will be.

Corky in North Carolina

Corky on display  in Charlotte North Carolina

Vera Gourdly

Vera ... theme  for a gourd

Canning Begins!

Busy day  today.. garden is just loaded with tomatoes

Waves of Joy

Orange Beach

Pearl Lake

Beautiful day at Pearl Lake

My Gardens

Good Morning from my gardens on 5th Ave.

Painted Guitar

Jimmy Buffett theme ..some of my cusomers come up with some awesome ideas.
This one was fun!

Studio

Just taking some shots of the studio.. Love me some CASH

Repurposed Furniture

Repurposed Furniture in my studio.
Sunflowers!

Garden Tub

After a long search it has been located... The Garden Tub

These multi purpose tubs come in handy during the summer here in the south.Fill it up with drinks and ice for parties, a beautiful flower bed planter or when the heat reaches the triple mark ... fill it with water and relax in the shade.I already have my grandchildren talking me into that idea.

Life is good on 5th Ave.

Purple Palace Daylily

Beautiful morning in my gardens

So Proud

This past Friday night was one of the happiest times in my life.My daughter Associate Arts and Associate Science Degree Deans List for both. I look forward to the next cap and gown when she will receive her Bachelor's Degree... then on to her Law Degree.Not to mention her selling homes left and right raising a 7 year old son and wonderful wife.
On a personal note to her... Keep going for that goal!!
I am so proud of you and LOVE you so dearly.God Blessed me with two wonderful children and my heart is  filled this Mothers Day.

Parrot Gladiola

One of my favorites in my gardens.

Stained

Stained

(Pastel Drawing)

10.5x14.5

Iris

Beauty in one of my gardens

Happy Anniversary!

Our tenth Anniversary renewing our vows.. also in photo Daughter, Son and Great Niece.
Happy 29th Anniversary My Love!